WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A GOOD PET SITTER OR PET SITTING COMPANY

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WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A GOOD PET SITTER OR PET
SITTING COMPANY
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• Its not always easy to leave your beloved furry
  best friend with a dog sitter, even if its just
  for a day or two and finding one that you trust
  and can rely upon, is often even harder. To help
  you in your search, here is a list of traits that
  every pet sitter should possess if theyre going
  to do a good job of caring your fur-kid
• They should be flexible
• Having a sitter that can help you out at short
  notice is important, and while not all sitters
  will be able to drop everything and come to your
  aid, if you can find one that will, youre on to
  a winner.

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• Patient with your pet
• Some dogs are more mischievous or stressed out
  than others, and if you know that your pet can be
  a handful at times, its important that you find
  a sitter who can remain calm and wont result to
  punishing your pet in ways that you dont approve
  of.
• Your sitter should be able to speak the same
  language as your dog
• Being able to read a pets emotional state is not
  always easy, but if a sitter has taken the time
  to talk to you about your dogs personality and
  can understand the signals that your pet is
  trying to communicate, then you may have the
  found the best one for you and your best friend.

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• Perhaps more importantly, they must respond with
  compassion to your pet, and never treat them in a
  way that you wouldnt yourself.
• You must be able to trust them
• Pet sitters are often given the keys to your
  home, and so not only are you entrusting them
  with your canine companion, but with the safety
  of your entire home. Check references from
  previous employers, and if something doesnt feel
  right when you meet with them, it may be best to
  go with your gut and continue the search.

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• Experience is essential
• If your pet is a little challenging or has
  healthcare needs, youll need a sitter that has
  some experience with this, otherwise you could be
  compromising the safety of your pet.
• Consistency is key
• If youve developed a set of rules for your dog,
  then the sitter needs to respect and adhere to
  them. For example, if your dog isnt allowed to
  sleep on the couch, he should never be allowed to
  do so, no matter who is caring for him.

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• Reliable
• If the sitter is running late (which lets be
  honest, can happen to the best of us) is there a
  clear protocol for this, and do they follow it
  strictly? Be clear about how much notice you need
  to be given, and what they should do if they need
  to cancel their duties for any reason, such as
  sickness.
• Does your sitter have insurance?
• Its always a good idea to only employ a pet
  sitter that has a license and insurance, as not
  only does it show that theyre serious about
  their line of work, but it protects you should
  something untoward happen to your pet or your
  home in your absence.

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• Its also important that your sitter has a
  genuine passion for their work and genuine love
  for dogs, otherwise it simply wont work.
  Sometimes it can be better to find a sitter
  through a company that specializes in offering
  pet services, and there are many good, affordable
  options throughout the country.
• K9 Second Line has been in business since 2011
  and we provide the best possible care to each of
  our clients. We individualize services to tailor
  to you and your pet's exact needs. If you are
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